Meaning: Quetzal feather; something precious
The story
Quetzalli comes from Nahuatl, where the word can refer to a quetzal feather or something precious. Its treasured-feather image is part of the word’s established meanings.
Nicknames
- Quetza
- Zali
Spellings & variants
- Quetzali
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
Style
- Nature
- Works everywhere
Origins
Quetzalli comes from Nahuatl.
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